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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Important issue that doesnt get enough attention To Protect Patient Access, States Must Modernize Drug Return Laws | Health Affairs healthaffairs.org/content/forefr…

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

What shapes FDA drug approval beyond clinical evidence? @Health_Affairs Scholar Editor's Choice article found just 15 empirical studies & findings on potential influences were mixed leaving more to learn about regulatory decision-making. academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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Factors influencing FDA drug approval decisions beyond clinical trial evidence: a scoping review

AbstractIntroduction. The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval decisions are expected to rest primarily on clinical evidence, yet concerns persist

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Today’s US prescription drug pricing system was built through decades of policy change. In Editor's Choice article from @Health_Affairs Scholar, @drsujithram.bsky.social et al trace reforms across Medicaid, Medicare, the VA system, and 340B through 2025. doi.org/10.1093/hasc...

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History of drug pricing reform in the United States: from policy foundations to latest reforms

Abstract. This article examines the historical evolution of prescription drug pricing policy in the United States from the 1960s through 2025, highlighting

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

How does Oregon’s regulated psilocybin model work for prospective clients w/ psychiatric histories? Editor's Choice article @Health_Affairs Scholar found clinically cautious practices. But with median cost of $1,900 and financial strain, scalability remains a challenge. doi.org/10.1093/hasc...

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“Am I a candidate for magic mushrooms?” A mystery shopper study of Oregon psilocybin service centers

AbstractIntroduction. Oregon is the first US state to permit supervised psilocybin services through a nonmedical, wellness-based model. We examined what pr

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Could reducing nicotine in cigarettes help more people quit? An Editor's Choice article @Health_Affairs Scholar argue a federal nicotine cap be paired w/ stronger cessation support & clear, evidence-based communication on relative risks of tobacco & nicotine products academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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Implementing a Nicotine Cap to Make America Healthy Again

Abstract. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative cannot eradicate the root causes of the nation’s

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The GLP-1 era underscores something we know about nutrition and metabolic care: one size does not fit all. Precision nutrition is an emerging field that could help us better target dietary, metabolic & drug interventions. But realizing that potential will take more than scientific advances.

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Can't resist sharing this bit of joy -I love to cook - here is my famous Texas Trash pie and marvelous French glace oranges.

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Thoughtful guidance- all should read. My only addition is that uploading manuscripts by reviewers into SECURE INTERNAL AI chatbots (we have at UCSF) should be OK - table just says "external prohibited". Updated Guidance for Author Use of AI in Medical Publication jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

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Updated Guidance for Author Use of AI in Medical Publication

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping research and scientific publishing at an unprecedented pace, with extraordinary promise. We as editors embrace AI as a tool that can be helpful to researchers...

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

@Health_Affairs Scholar provides a high-quality outlet for your research: speed, reach, and relevance!

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

TRANSPERS News! US Congressional seminar on implementing innovations; new publications on whether payers cover follow-up evaluations after patients receive uncovered tests & use of ctDNA testing to improve outcomes in advanced lung cancer conta.cc/4wTjxoU

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TRANSPERS News: Phillips Speaks at US Congressional Seminar, New Publications, and Participation in Scholarly Meetings

Email from UCSF TRANSPERS Newsletter July 2026 View as Webpage Letter from the Center Director Dear Colleagues, Summer greetings! In this newsletter, we share news of our involvement in a US Cong

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

A new approach to science and PCAST - 1 academic, 2 women, but mostly high-tech male billionaires | Science | AAAS www.science.org/content/arti...

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Trump’s new science panel is stuffed with high-tech billionaires

The PCAST roster contains few academics and women

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Health Affairs Scholar turns 3! 📈Rapid growth: Submissions up 66% ️⏱️Speed/rigor: Among fastest peer review & publication 📍Innovation and inclusion: New article types & fast-track publication pathways ⭐ Growing impact: In top 25% most-cited health policy journals academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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Health affairs scholar at year 3: rapid growth, global reach, real-world impact

Three years ago, we launched Health Affairs Scholar: Emerging and Global Health Policy (“Scholar”) to meet a clear need: a health policy journal that is op

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

What should health policy researchers study next? @Health_Affairs Scholar Editorial Team published new article, building on widely disseminated 2023 editorial. Access, delivery, corporatization, pharmaceuticals, international health, AI, precision nutrition,climate. academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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Ten high-priority areas for health policy research in 2026-2027

Abstract. Health policy is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by major health reforms, changing market structures, pharmaceutical policy d

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Thrilled to listen to Francis Collins and Reed Tuckson etc at #AspenIdeasHealth discuss trust in science. Check out initiatives by Collins (Discovery Lives in Us) and Tuckson (Coalition for Trust in Science)

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Wow my 1st experience with free, fast Starlink internet on @united! 48/4 speed! No more "OMG I thought I could get work done but no internet on plane" moments!

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

If insurer won't pay for multicancer early detection test, should it pay for PET scans, CT scans, MRIs, & biopsies that follow a positive result? - We interviewed 16 major U.S. private payers. - None covered MCED testing. - Most said would cover some confirmatory diagnostics—but case by case.

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Surprising results from survey published @HealthAffairs Scholar @hadleyssmith inform ethical debate about sharing genetic test results with family members. Public attitudes towards cascade genetic screening in the United States academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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Public attitudes towards cascade genetic screening in the United States

AbstractIntroduction. After a patient receives genetic test results that indicate an actionable health condition, cascade genetic screening (CGS) is the pr

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Improving care delivery for cancer patients is critical! New study shows that the 4R model works to improve care!

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

40 years of scientific publishing: from conflict of interest and open access to generative AI and preprints—discover how technology and transparency are reshaping research and its future! @Health_Affairs Scholar. Author Howard Bauchner, former EIC, JAMA Network. academic.oup.com/healthaffair...

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40 Years of Changes In Scientific Publishing: From Conflict of Interest to Generative AI

Abstract. There have been many changes over the past 40 years in scientific publishing, including concerns about conflict of interest, the debut of the Int

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Thrilled to return to alma mater @harvardkennedy.bsky.social for reunion – school still committed to improving public policy/leadership despite today’s challenges to academia and public service. New initiatives in technology/public policy & scholarships for veterans/public servants!

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Honored to be part of this groundbreaking organization! @icer-review.bsky.social

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Kathryn A Phillips PhD @kathrynp-phd.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Indeed - wonderful to have colleagues such as @joannespetz.bsky.social who are willing to step up and support essential care for women's health!

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American Association for the Advancement of Science @aaas.org · 26/04/2026

The U.S. administration has dismissed the National Science Board, the body that advises the National Science Foundation. Read the full statement from AAAS: bit.ly/4eHKg1whttps://bit.ly/4eHKg1w

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